Practicum in Health Science - Pharmacy Technician

(Enrollment Based) TECC

Course No. CTPT

Semesters: 2; Credit: 2

Grade: 12

Prerequisites: Principles of Health Science, Medical Terminology, Health Science Theory - 12^th grade and provide own transportation to outside cooperating entity.

This course is designed to equip students with knowledge, technical skills, and employability skills required for an entry-level position in the pharmacy field or related area. Students will learn the history, terminology, laws, and standards of the pharmaceutical profession. Additionally, they will learn how to classify drugs, calculate conversions, and differentiate between types of medications and their purposes. Teaching techniques will encourage active student participation and may include group discussions and projects, laboratory work, simulations, demonstrations, field trips, guest speakers, and lectures. Students who successfully complete the course and are on track to graduate will have the opportunity to sit for the Certified Pharmacy Technician exam (ExCPT) offered by the National Healthcare Association. *Additional fees may be associated with this class.